Schools advised to avoid assemblies in afternoon

PTK NEWS DESK

Srinagar, May 23: The Jammu and Kashmir School Education Department has advised educational institutes to avoid assemblies in the afternoon to prevent heat related illnesses.

According to the guidelines issued by the department “to prevent heat-related illness (HRI) the schools should avoid assembling in the afternoon. The schools have been advised to ensure adequate availability of drinking water and water breaks. Also sensitise students to cover their heads.

The department also directed the concerned to report any cases related to HRI, stating that education is not possible without care.